Raw zucchini is wonderful when sliced thin, carpaccio-thin. Here, it's topped with feta, dill and walnuts for a Greek spin, but it would be just as delicious with shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, basil and pine nuts. GET THE RECIPE

This quick bread makes the perfect afternoon snack whenever you're in need of a chocolate fix. It has a deep chocolate flavor from unsweetened cocoa powder and bittersweet chocolate chips but it's not so sweet that it tastes like dessert. GET THE RECIPE

Crisp zucchini, burst cherry tomatoes, sweet red onions: put together, this dish is far greater than the sum of its parts. Pair it with grilled chicken for a light and easy weeknight meal. GET THE RECIPE

These zucchini pancakes are as light and delicate as can be. I like them best as a mezze with tzatziki and a Greek salad, but they're also delicious as a side to any Mediterranean-style chicken or lamb dish. GET THE RECIPE